For the isolation and differentiation of Candida albicans
Specifications
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
Description
A fine, free flowing, hygroscopic powder
Color
Light beige colored powder
Solubility
Soluble in Distilled/de-ionized water at 50°C
Color
Blue green clear, opalescent solution
pH
6.20 ±0.2 at 25 ˚C (41.00 g/ l)
Solidification
40 ˚C
Color
Blue green color clear, opalescent gel
Contents
Ingredients
Gram/Litre
Yeast Extract
3.000
Malt Extract
3.000
Peptone
5.000
Dextrose
10.000
Aniline Blue
0.100
Agar
20.000
pH at 25˚C
6.2 ±0.2
Directions
Dissolve 41.00 grams in 1000 ml distilled water. Boil to dissolve the medium completely. Sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs pressure (121°C) for 15 minutes. Cool to 45-50°C. Mix well and pour into sterile petri plates.
